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In 2016, Hollister introduced Wave for Him — a fragrance that's hard to forget. A masculine fragrance belonging to the fern family. The author of this composition is Richard Herpin, and that explains a lot. The fragrance belongs to the Wave collection. Concentration — eau de toilette: exactly what it needs to be.
The birthplace of this fragrance — the United States, a place with a refined nose. Wave for Him Hollister unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The scent of Wave for Him unfolds as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Hollister is evident in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette sets the depth and body this composition needs.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Green, Fruit, Citrus and Wood. The framework further includes Floral, Spicy and Musk. At family level the scent maps to Fern.
In the first seconds you catch grassy-green top notes: Bamboo Leaf, Blackcurrant and Pink Grapefruit.
At the core of development you meet Cypress, Lavender and Neroli holding a structural woody direction.
The accord architecture is driven by these accords: Aromatic, Citrus, Gourmet and Floral forming a compact and readable structure. Background accords such as Fruit, Musc and Wood add depth to the backdrop. The stylistic positioning is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
In summary Wave for Him reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Hollister |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.hollisterco.com |
| Year of production | 2016 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Inter Parfums |
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